Survey Crew Chief

About the role

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

You belong at SEH

SEH is currenting searching for a Survey Crew Chief to join our talented Geospatial Data Services team!

Why our employee-owners love Seh

• "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" - GIS Analyst
• "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " - Civil Engineering Technician
• "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" - Sr Financial Analyst
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" - Civil Engineer
• "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." - Sr Mechanical Engineer

This Opportunity

• Heads up the survey crew and oversees the completion of field surveys which includes boundary, topographic, land title surveys and construction staking on a wide variety of types of projects.
• Assist with data reduction, digital terrain modeling / surface creation, and preparation of right-of-way plats, certified survey maps and boundary surveys as well as many other types of survey documents
• Technical assistance with writing and interpretation of easement descriptions along with courthouse research to gather property information
• This opportunity is open to candidates residing in the following areas: Rochester, MN

Essential Qualifications

• Well-developed understanding of field survey methods, plan reading and calculations.
• Must have good communication skills and be able to work independently
• Ability to walk and climb over rough terrain and carry up to 50 pounds and with stand working outside for up to 8-12 hours in varying temperatures
• Ability to travel as needed for projects, team meetings and overnight stays to support out-of-town work
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of field and/or office survey experience
• Experience in basic surveying procedures including boundary / land surveys, topographic surveys, construction staking methods using Total Stations and Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
• Experience in drafting, completing computations and an understanding of plans and easement descriptions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Field experience with Trimble Survey Equipment is a plus
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, Trimble Business Center and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.).

Additional information

This position requires an MVR records check verifying that you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record which meets the requirements of SEH's Driving Program.